 | Peugeot 307 HB 1.6 16v aut.
Avondale Dart 380-2 |  |
 Performance | |  Weight |
The Peugeot 307 HB 1.6 16v aut. with a Avondale Dart 380-2 with an actual weight of 1026 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Peugeot is in general sufficient. And also the weight of the Avondale with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
180
89
Mountains
Risk of snaking
172
205
Weight ratio: 67% (77% of kerbweight)
1026 kg
1535 kg
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| Peugeot 307 HB 1.6 16v aut.
Avondale Dart 380-2 | |
Actual Weights
- Avondale Dart 380-2: 1026 kg.
- Peugeot 307 HB 1.6 16v aut.: 1535 kg.
- Noseweight: 65 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 67%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 180 points).
- Speeds of 66 mph (107 km/h) to 73 mph (117 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is only very moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 89 points).
- Slightly higher revs (3000 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 24.9 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally fairly good (score to compare 172 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 13%.
- On motorway inclines higher revs (5200 rpm) are needed.
- A speed of 56 mph (90 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Peugeot is sufficient (check this in your vehicle documents).
- The caravan is too heavily loaded.
- Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 67%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 77%.
- The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
- Recommended noseweight is 65 kg.
- Stability and safety score to compare is 205 points.
If the caravan starts to snake you should reduce your speed and slow down directly! Lift your feet off the accelerator and brake gradually. Hold the steering wheel into a fixed position.
Conclusion
- Performance is sufficient.
- Safe driving is possible.
- It's a perfect match!
Influence of User Payload on stability
Weight distribution and noseweight are vital in obtaining a stable caravan.
Distribute the User Payload by yourself in the caravan and the car and then find out the stability rating of your loading configuration.
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